Senator JD Vance of Ohio strongly criticized Vice President Kamala Harris over the Biden administration’s handling of the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, stating that Harris “can go to hell” during a rally in Erie, Pennsylvania. Vance’s comments were in response to the lack of investigation or accountability following the deaths of 13 Americans during the 2021 attack at Afghanistan’s Abbey Gate. He accused Harris of failing in her leadership and not taking responsibility for the incident.
Vance expressed frustration with Harris and accused her of turning a tragedy into a political issue. He highlighted Harris’ absence during the Arlington National Cemetery incident and criticized her response to the attack at Abbey Gate. Harris, on the other hand, expressed sympathy for the victims’ families and reiterated the Biden administration’s decision to end the war in Afghanistan.
The U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan, which occurred in 2021, has been subject to multiple investigations by the Biden administration and Congress. The chaotic pullout and the attack at Abbey Gate have sparked criticism and demands for accountability. General Mark Milley, who oversaw the withdrawal, acknowledged that there are still unanswered questions and classified information related to the incident.
Vance, a Marine Corps veteran, has criticized Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz for misrepresenting his military record. Walz, who served 24 years in the military, faced scrutiny for his comments about handling weapons “in war,” despite never being deployed to a combat zone. The Harris campaign defended Walz, stating that he misspoke. Vance’s focus on military matters and accountability underscores the ongoing controversy surrounding the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan and its impact on military personnel and their families.
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